2019 LENTEN CALENDAR EIGHTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME MARCH 3, 2019 WEDDING BANNS SCRIPTURE READINGS FOR THE WEEK: COLLECTION INFORMATION

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1 SAINT FRANCIS DE SALES CHURCH AKRON, OHIO EIGHTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME MARCH 3, 2019 MONDAY, MARCH 4, ST. CASIMIR 8:15 a.m. Philip Oesau (Mother Helen DeShon) 6:30 p.m. Anthony Costanzo (Family) TUESDAY, MARCH 5 8:15 a.m. Jackie Rambacher (Family) 6:30 p.m. John Eberhardt (Family) WEDNESDAY, MARCH 6, ASH WEDNESDAY 7:30 a.m. Ruth Neidert (Jim & Judy Rambacher) 9:00 a.m. Jane Perge (Judy Guth) 6:30 p.m. Marie McNeill (Tom McNeill) Thursday, March 7, SS. PERPETUA AND FELICITY 8:15 a.m. Gerald Boudreaux (James & Marilyn McCafferty) 6:30 p.m. Pearl & Mike Mitchin (Family) FRIDAY, MARCH 8, ST. JOHN OF GOD 8:15 a.m. Otto & Marian Muha (Family) 6:30 p.m. Geore Schnitzler (Jeff & Gail Angeletti) SATURDAY, MARCH 9, ST. FRANCES OF ROME 8:15 a.m. Patti Szempruch (Family & Friends) 5:00 p.m. Mary Bennett (Steve & Kathy Derby) MARCH 10, 2019 FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT 7:30 a.m., 9:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m. Pro Populo 2019 LENTEN CALENDAR MASS All weekdays 8:15 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. School Mass at 9:00 a.m. on the following dates: Wednesday, March 6 (Ash Wednesday); Friday, March 15; Tuesday, March 19 (Feast of St. Joseph); Monday, March 25 (Feast of the Annunciation); Friday, April 5; Friday, April 12 ADORATION Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. until 10:00 p.m. (Breaking for Masses) STATIONS OF THE CROSS Mondays, 2:15 p.m. (with school children) Fridays, 7:00 p.m. CONFESSION Saturdays, 3:00 to 4:45 p.m. Sunday mornings, after 9:00 Mass until 10:45 Diocesan-wide Evening of Reconciliation: Wednesday, March 20, 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. (Mass will take place simultaneously) Lenten Communal Penance: Tuesday, March 26, 7:00 p.m., Queen of Heaven Parish NIGHT PRAYER Sundays, 9:00 p.m. through Palm Sunday SCRIPTURE READINGS FOR THE WEEK: Monday Sir 17:20-24; Mk 10:17-27 Tuesday Sir 35:1-12; Mk 10:28-31 Wednesday Jl 2:12-18; 2 Cor 5:20 6:2; Mt 6:1-6, Thursday Dt 30:15-20; Lk 9:22-25 Friday Is 58:1-9a; Mt 9:14-15 Saturday Is 58:9b-14; Lk 5:27-32 Sunday Dt 26:4-10; Rom 10:8-13; Lk 4:1-13 Lk 6:39-45 WEDDING BANNS I Adam Zelinski and Molly Greathouse COLLECTION INFORMATION The collection for last weekend was $17, Our parish is blessed by your generosity! EUCHARISTIC ADORERS NEEDED Our Church is still in need of adorers on Friday afternoons from 12:00-12:30 p.m. If you are able to help, please call Joanne at The Lord will bless you in many ways!

2 EIGHTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME MARCH 3, 2019 IN ICTU OCULI (IN THE TWINKLING OF AN EYE), JUAN DE VALDÉS LEAL 1650 It may feel like this weekend marks a time of Mardi Gras and celebrations, but with all that we have been through from the unending displays of human dignity being destroyed by people in politics and authority, to the vile things that are being revealed within the Church, I don t want a fake reason to run out and Mardi Gras just because Lent is coming. Perhaps the painting, In Ictu Oculi, may seem like a strange way to kick off this week, but it s hard not to appreciate what the painting expresses. In Ictu Oculi is one of a pair of dramatically chilling commissioned pieces by a hospital in Seville that depicts the rotting corpses of a bishop and a knight (church and government), both lying in repose in a crypt, and surrounded by the trappings of money and position. The painting is an allegory of death, or memento mori (remember to die), intended to remind the viewer of both the transience of earthly life and the universality of death...that we are meant for something greater-eternal life in Christ. Every time we gather together for Mass, we focus on one thing: the Paschal Mystery. This means we focus on the Life, Death, and Resurrection of Jesus. Remembering this, we become more like Him in our own daily living, our own daily dying, our own daily rising which will be fully realized at the end of our time and the end of all time. Lent is a time for us to die to ourselves and rise with Him momento mori remember death. St. Francis of Assisi called death a sister and welcomed her willingly into his life. Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati said, The day of my death, will be the happiest day of my life. Only because of Jesus Christ, death does not have to be something feared. It is a reality that entered the Garden of Eden and is cultivated in our lives. Death, while it is about loss, is also for Christians, about gaining everything. This Wednesday we will be marked with blessed ashes. Why? To remember our origins, to remember as children of Adam and Eve, we too are mere ash and dirt. The words we hear will be Remember that you are dust and unto dust you shall return. These are words that are spoken again over all of us at the Rite of Committal prayed over our casket at the grave in the cemetery. However, the ash/dirt of our origin is created, animated, and sustained by the very breath of God (in Greek, RUAH). Our culture and society is more and more of the mindset that we are independent of this reality, that we are independent of God and God s breath within us. Issues of our times are approached on the false conception that we are our own independent god: we don t need parents or family, we don t need meaningful friendships, we don t need Church or faith, we don t need Mass or Sacraments, we don t need God I only need me. When we remove the Breath of the One, True God from our lives, when the relationship with the Creator is refused or dismissed, it is then that we return to dirt/ashes. Often times this is experienced as something is missing, or I have no purpose in life. Feelings of anger, cynicism, and frustration arise. People grow numb to the inner voice of The Father s invitation and call, and they simply settle for something superficial instead of the deep water in which Jesus calls us to cast the nets of our hearts. Death a sister? Death a friend? Yes, even when there are tears and unanswered questions. The Paschal Mystery reminds us...lent promises us that Jesus Christ conquers death! I know it s a daring ask this year, but can you appreciate the amazing love that The Father has for us to embrace this life with every breath and day we are given, and to not fear what Lent asks of us, momento mori remember your death. She is a sister, a friend, a teacher calling us to claim our dependence on the One who brings us to life. Our God scooped up dirt and dust and breathed His very breath into it to give us our identity, our personality, our soul, our blood, our flesh and bone...god created us in His own image to live forever with Him. May the creating, redeeming, and saving Father be made manifest in your lives this Lent. May the Paschal Mystery of the Father s son, Jesus, animate your daily living, your daily dying, and your daily rising to new life. May we feel the breath of their love as their Spirit leads us into Lent to make ready for us the Paschal time of Easter. See You On Wednesday, Fr. Bline (N.B. Are you helping with our Memorare Center and parish repair fundraising effort? Because of it, we have installed new Church lighting. By next weekend, the lighting will be balanced and beautiful. Thank You Masters Electric.)

3 SAINT FRANCIS DE SALES CHURCH HERE S WHAT S HAPPENING AROUND THE PARISH THIS WEEK SUNDAY, MARCH 3 Financial Peace, 9:00 a.m. (Upper Room) Confirmation Spirit Day begins with 9:00 a.m. Mass and ends at 2:30 p.m. Boy Scouts, 5:00-6:30 p.m. (Refectory) MONDAY, MARCH 4 PSR, 7:00-8:00 p.m. Men s Scripture Study, 7:00-8:00 p.m. (Classroom) Women s Retreat Meeting, 7:00 p.m. (Upper Room) TUESDAY, MARCH 5 The Journey, 9:00 a.m. (Upper Room) Play Practice, 3:00-4:30 p.m. (Gym) Choir Practice, 7:00-9:00 p.m. (Church) WEDNESDAY, MARCH 6 Ash Wednesday Masses at 7:30 a.m., 9:00 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. RCIA, 7:15 p.m. (Church) Choir Practice, 7:15-9:00 p.m. AA/AI Anon, 7:30-9:00 p.m. (Refectory) THURSDAY, MARCH 7 Thursday Scripture Study, 12:30 p.m. (Upper Room) FRIDAY, MARCH 8 No School SATURDAY, MARCH 9 Men s Group, 7:00-8:15 a.m. (Upper Room) Play Practice, 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. (Gym) SUNDAY, MARCH 10 Play Practice, 12:30-4:30 p.m. (Gym) Cub Scouts Den Meeting, 12:30 p.m. (Refectory) Youth Group, 7:00-9:00 p.m. (Upper Room) SAVE THE DATE Are you planning your summer? Mark your calendar. Vacation Bible School 2019, July 8-12 (at Queen of Heaven due to construction at St. Francis) AKRON, OHIO VOCATION CRUCIFIX The parish can always use more volunteers to receive the Vocation Crucifix. Vocation prayers are always needed and appreciated! Please call the parish office at to have your name added to the list. The Stecz Family received the Vocation Crucifix this weekend. UPCOMING SMALL GROUP STUDY Join us as we continue to hear from Bishop Barron about the next two Pivotal Players those saints, artists, mystics, and scholars who not only shaped the life of the Church but changed the course of western civilization. This new program will begin the week of March 11th and will feature St. Augustine, the Teacher, and St. Benedict, the Monk. St. Augustine is arguably the best example of how faith in Christ can change a person. And without St. Benedict, the Christian culture of the west might have perished after the fall of the Roman Empire. So, please register for this study program and walk with Bishop Barron as he traces the lives and contributions of these two pivotal saints. This is a 5-week study. Sign-up sheets will be in the Narthex after all Masses. A Blessed Opportunity During Lent EUCHARISTIC ADORATION Five full days each week, Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m. (except during Mass times) Select an hour or half hour that fits your schedule from the sign-up sheets in the Narthex. The good Lord will be waiting for you. NIGHT OF GIVING Thank you so much to all those who celebrated with us last night! It was a wonderful event where we were able to recognize the achievements of the past 70 years of our wonderful school, but also plan for the future in a very exciting way. Our Parish School is blessed to have the support of this community, and our students and staff are eternally grateful for the opportunities presented to us because of the generosity of all of you! We are looking forward to adding some great programming to our school to enhance student ability to think critically, create and invent! Our students have demonstrated in so many ways, their imagination, intelligence, and thirst for knowledge. With these integral improvements students will be able to soar to the next level. In prayerful thanksgiving, Kathryn Buzzelli, Principal

4 EIGHTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME MARCH 3, 2019 SECOND ANNUAL MEN S LENTEN RETREAT LIVING FAITH IN FAMILY LIFE Come join men from our parish in deepening our faith and renewing our relationship with Christ. Prepare for Easter as we kick off the Lenten season together as men, putting on our spiritual armor and sharpening our swords to serve God and lead our families. REQUEST FOR 2018 FINANCIAL CONTRIBUTION STATEMENT WHEN: CITY/ZIP CODE: WHERE: Friday, March 29, Saturday, March 30, 2019 NAME: ADDRESS: ENVELOPE #: Loyola Retreat House, 700 Killinger Road, Clinton, OH HOME PHONE #: TIME: Starting Friday at 6:00 p.m.; concludes 4:30 p.m. on Saturday Please place this completed form in the collection basket and your statement will be mailed to you. COST: $90.00 (Financial assistance available); Make check payable to St. Francis de Sales. Mail or drop with this form to: St. Francis de Sales Parish Office REQUEST FOR 4019 Manchester Road 2018 FINANCIAL CONTRIBUTION STATEMENT Akron, OH QUESTIONS: Bill Crandall, or Father Bearer NAME ADDRESS MEN S LENTEN RETREAT CITY/ZIP CODE NAME: ENVELOPE # ADDRESS: HOME PHONE # PHONE: CELL PHONE # Please place this completed form in the collection basket and your statement will be mailed to you. CELL PHONE #:

5 SAINT FRANCIS DE SALES CHURCH AKRON, OHIO A DIOCESAN-WIDE WOMEN S RETREAT The One Thing Needed Sitting at the Feet of Jesus Mary sat at the Lord s feet and listened to what He was saying... There is need of only one thing. Mary has chosen the better part. (Luke 10:39,42) SATURDAY, APRIL 6 9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Mass at 8:15 - optional but encouraged Doors open for check-in at 8:45 ST. FRANCIS DE SALES PARISH 4019 Manchester Rd. Akron, OH Inspiring talks, Adoration, Confession, and fellowship with sisters in Christ Speakers to include Fr. Jacob Bearer, Margarita Selig, and Therese Holderbaum Cost: $20 (light breakfast and lunch included) Questions: AkronCatholicWomensRetreat@gmail.com or Women s Retreat Registration Form Deadline Friday, March 29 OFFICE USE Pymt: Ck Csh Enter: Name address (print clearly) Phone Parish City of parish Mail form and check for $20 written to St. Francis de Sales Parish with Women s Retreat on memo line to: Mary Wagner, 171 Townes End Dr., Wadsworth, OH St. Francis parishioners may place in envelope labeled Women s Retreat and take to parish office or drop in collection basket.

6 EIGHTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME MARCH 3, 2019 JOIN OUR PARISH FAMILY FOR A SOUP, SALAD, AND BREAD BAR! Saturday, March 16, 5:00 Mass and Dinner at 6:00 p.m. in the refectory. We ll have socializing and Lenten activities focusing on a better understanding of the elements of the Mass in fun and engaging ways. All are welcome invite friends! Bring your choice of a soup, salad, or bread to share. Please RSVP to mypower36@yahoo.com or Michelle at Food items can be dropped off in refectory prior to 5:00 Mass, if desired. Call with questions or to learn more about this fun, parish family event. Please Patronize Our Advertisers To Place An Ad, Call #92178-JT-2/11/19 David, Eric & Katie Anthony Barnett Spouting, Inc. 5, 6, & 7 K-Style Gutter 7 Commercial Apron Gutter K-Style Water Master Gutter Cover 204 E. Ralston, Akron INTERNET BUSINESS STRATEGY AND DEVELOPMENT thewebfactors.com/sf Learn how we create competitive advantage from Internet Technology Call today! Save $25 WITH THIS AD Present at time of Purchase. not valid with other offers beckwithheatcool.com GEHM & SONS DRY ICE CO2, Helium, Nitrogen & Propane 825 S. Arlington AT D ANGELO S ITALIAN PLACE 3288 S. MAIN ST. AKRON, OH $3 OFF ANY WASH OR $3 OFF ANY MONTHLY PLAN PLANS START AT $ TAX PER MONTH TO PLACE AN AD HERE, CALL DEE PRINTING STF OH Lic #14610 SCAN AT PAY STATION FOR DISCOUNT 3385 Manchester Road, Akron (Next to Coventry HS) Touchless Wash Process Hand Towel Dry Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Specials 3333 Manchester Rd shaffersmarket@ymail.com Where Quality & Service Come First 8 W. Turkeyfoot Lake Rd. Bacher Funeral Home Service is our Privilege Eric Bacher & Jeff Reitman Akron/Canton s Leading Golf Shop for over 40 years! Joe Durkin, Parishioner 40 W. Turkeyfoot Lake Rd Warmus Senior Living Communities It Takes a Community to Make a Home BRIER CREEK INDEPENDENT LIVING 4020 Brier Creek Parkway, City of Green Green/Uniontown, Ohio Coventry s Favorite Spot for Family Dining BE PRO-LIFE CATHOLIC CEMETERIES ASSOCIATION Family Owned and Operated 1199 Wooster Road W, Barberton, OH Chris Silva Dwane Hostetler Steve Best Chris Silva, Parishioner Extraordinary People. Exceptional Care. For Caregiver Services Job Opportunities firstlighthomecare.com GREENVIEW ASSISTED LIVING 4000 Massillon Road, City of Green Green/Uniontown, Ohio , Fax (330) Work Hard, Play Hard TOOL AND PARTY RENTAL 3337 Fortuna Drive, Akron See Rick Saunders for all of your tool and party needs. SUMMA PHYSICIANS INC. INTERNAL MEDICINE Franciska Kiraly, M.D. 500 Portage Lakes Dr., Ste. B Akron, OH Same-day/next day appointments are available Pleasant View Skilled Rehab & Nursing Your Locally Owned and Operated Shops Parishioners Tim & Teresa Rickus QUALITY BODY SHOP Apply Store #37189 David W. Vincent Handy Jim s Drive-Thru 1174 Portage Lakes Dr Pleasant Pointe Assisted Living Family Owned & Operated Erin English Beitko REALTOR donamarc.com Akron s Best Since 1963 Call E. Caston Road myguiseppes.com W. Wilbeth Ave., Akron The Source for All Your Abrasive Blasting Needs Family Owned and Operated Automobile Collision Repair We build value back into our customer s vehicles 878 W. Bowery St., Akron qualitybodyshop.net Quality is the key to customer satisfaction The Menches Family invite you to our full service Restaurant and Menu. Thanks for your support. Shops of Green John Menches Heating and Air Conditioning Call for a FREE estimate today! Tom Wackerly: B&B & Sons Heating & Cooling